Now, let me just say it’s a late middle aged couple with health issues, so the property was understandably over grown and we knew it wouldn’t be in the best shape.

I did not offer my age and it is really none of their business if they ask.

An example would be someone coming back from a credit for an boiler replacement when they saw it during theIr tour, the age of the boiler was disclosed in the marketing materials, and there are no current issues with it.

Well, I talked to the inspector that came out to do the electrical verification inspection before the electric can be turned on. 

I think too many people your age are trying to decide on their degree by calculating how much money they can make with it instead of following what they are interested and good at, which - if your motivation is to make money - you will find a way to make money doing what you love.  

If it doesn't, load up the belt sander with 100-grit,  sand the problem area again enough to take off the poly, stain the wood lightly with an oak stain (usually the best stuff for faux-aging oak will be marked "golden oak"), and poly it up again.

They can also help you make a rehab budget.In my experience, the major things that you are going to want to be aware of are:Structural or Foundation problemsTermites or other wood destroying organismsMoldType and age of wiring (knob and tube, romex, fuse box, 80 amp service, 100 amp service, 200 amp service, is it grounded properly, etc.)Condition, age, and type of plumbing (Galvanized, PVC, pex) as well as water source (city water vs well water)Type and Age of Sewer system (Clay tile sewer line, PVC sewer line, septic, etc.)Pets control issues (bed bugs, roaches, fleas, etc.)Condition of RoofCondition of MechanicalsCondition of WindowsI think those are the most concerning ones.

@Shiloh LundahlThis is really awesome to get your daughter involved at a young age .

Just wanting to get this started at a young age and maybe retire early (wouldn’t that be nice ) .

As an air traffic controller I have to retire at age 56, so I'm hoping to use REI to supplement my retirement income so I don't have to work past 56.